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CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Dog Mountain Loop (Columbia River)

Springtime wildflower blooms and stunning views make Dog Mountain one of the most popular hiking areas in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

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Nancy Temkin
Nancy Temkin
Primary Leader
Qualified Youth Leader
  • Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,855 ft
  • Pace: 1.5-2 mph or whatever is comfortable for the group

Meet at the trailhead ready to hike at 8 am.  Parking at the trailhead is limited and requires a parking permit ($2) and a NW Forest Pass or $5 fee.  Obtaining permits is competitive.  Get a login at resevations.gov and sign in to  https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10091444/ticket/10091445 at 7 am on Thursday 5/16 to get a permit.  Alternatively, there is a free shuttle.  Find info at https://www.ridecatbus.org/dog-mountain-shuttle/  The first one gets to the trailhead at 7:50.  We will wait if it is delayed.

Route/Place

Dog Mountain Loop (Columbia River)


  • Green Trails Columbia River Gorge West No. 428S
    Green Trails Hood River No. 430
    Trails Illustrated Columbia River Gorge
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten Essential Systems

  1. Navigation (map & compass)
  2. Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
  5. First-aid supplies
  6. Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
  7. Repair kit and tools
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)
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